Exploring the off the grid attractions in the West Frisian Islands
Located in the Wadden Sea, the West Frisian Islands are a chain of islands in the Netherlands. The sparsely populated islands are designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a great destination for holidaymakers who seek peace and solitude. Access to the islands is an adventure itself with mud flat hiking the primary mode of transportation in many of them.
Things to do on the West Frisian Islands
Each island has its own unique character based on its landscape, history and the different recreational activities available. Whichever island holidaymakers choose to book a holiday house or holiday apartment on frequent boats and ferries make exploring the region a breeze. Texel Island is a popular choice of holiday rental destination due to its many events and sightseeing opportunities. Visitors can enjoy the Dunes of Texel a national park with an exhibition devoted to underwater life and take pictures of the Moai style statue on Eierland Polder. Many visitors choose to rent a holiday home during the Round Texel Race, the largest catamaran race in the world, or the Ouwe Sundeklaas, a traditional costume festival for children. In addition to Ameland and Schiermonnikoog, Vlieland is another popular holiday rental destination in the West Frisian Islands. Despite being the remotest island in the chain, many visitors choose a holiday home on Vlieland for its historic buildings and the astonishing Vuurboetsduin, a high dune featuring a red lighthouse on top. Holidaymakers can choose an off the grid holiday house or holiday apartment in the woods or along the mudflats.
When to visit the West Frisian Islands
Holiday rental is popular amongst holidaymakers during the summer. From late May to August the weather is warm and pleasant, with temperatures ranging from 19°C to 22°C. Summer months are ideal for boat trips and other recreational activities. Popular outdoor activities include bird watching in the nature reserves, sunbathing on one of the beaches and cycling, making the West Frisian Islands an ideal place to rent a holiday house and relax in the heart of nature.
The top rated locations on the West Frisian Islands
Neighbouring holiday regions West Frisian Islands
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Ballum, West Frisian Islands
Holiday home for max. 4 adults + 2 children
Property no. 1168845
from USD 743for 1 weekApprox. 115 m², 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, pets are allowed (max. 1), cable TV, Wifi, washing machine, dishwasher, non-smoking property, beach approx. 1.2 km, communal swimming pool -
De Koog, West Frisian Islands
Holiday home for max. 6 persons
Property no. 56838
+ 10 morefrom USD 814for 1 weekApprox. 115 m², 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, pets are allowed (max. 1), TV, dishwasher, beach approx. 2 kmThere are 10 further property types with 10 accommodations for this complex- from USD 790/week Holiday home for max. 4 persons, approx. 130 m², 2 bedrooms, property no. 56839 Preview
- from USD 829/week Holiday home for max. 6 persons, approx. 130 m², 3 bedrooms, property no. 203968 Preview
- from USD 839/week Holiday home for max. 6 persons, approx. 70 m², 3 bedrooms, property no. 948909 Preview
- from USD 815/week Holiday home for max. 4 persons, approx. 130 m², 2 bedrooms, property no. 1353111 Preview
- from USD 730/week Holiday home for max. 4 persons, approx. 65 m², 2 bedrooms, property no. 1458121 Preview
- from USD 511/week Holiday home for max. 4 persons, approx. 45 m², 2 bedrooms, property no. 1464331 Preview
- from USD 855/week Holiday home for max. 6 persons, approx. 115 m², 3 bedrooms, property no. 1543343 Preview
- from USD 906/week Holiday home for max. 6 persons, approx. 130 m², 3 bedrooms, property no. 1568088 Preview
- from USD 900/week Holiday home for max. 6 persons, approx. 130 m², 3 bedrooms, property no. 2125497 Preview
- from USD 819/week Holiday home for max. 6 persons, approx. 130 m², 2 bedrooms, property no. 2125498 Preview
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De Koog, West Frisian Islands
Studio for max. 2 persons
Property no. 819668
+ 2 morefrom USD 401for 1 weekApprox. 16 m², 1 bathroom, pets are allowed (max. 1), TV, sea approx. 2.7 kmThere are 2 further property types with 2 accommodations for this complex- from USD 472/week Holiday apartment for max. 4 persons, approx. 30 m², 1 bedroom, property no. 1501691 Preview
- from USD 456/week Holiday apartment for max. 4 persons, approx. 39 m², 1 bedroom, property no. 1501692 Preview